688 Buena Road
Lake Forest, IL 60045

Status: Active Under Contract
Single Family
5 beds
4 baths
3,672 sq.ft
Listing Price: $1,175,000

About this home

Welcome to 688 Buena Road, located in the beautiful Ponds neighborhood of Lake Forest! This home offers over 4, 000 square feet of living space and seamlessly blends comfort and convenience. Upon entering, you're greeted by beautiful hardwood floors and a grand foyer. The main level boasts remarkable room sizes, starting with a large living room featuring a lovely fireplace and french doors leading to the expansive family room. With vaulted ceilings and a cozy fireplace, the family room is perfect for hanging out and relaxing. The kitchen is a chef's delight, equipped with a large island, top-tier appliances, and ample storage. Adjacent is the bright breakfast room, ideal for casual dining, while the separate and spacious dining room offers an excellent space for entertaining. The main level also features an ultra-rare bedroom with an en-suite bathroom perfect for guests, in-laws, or a home office. A large laundry room, powder room, and 3-car attached garage complete this floor. Upstairs, the expansive primary suite features a huge walk-in closet and a spa-like bathroom with dual sinks, a separate shower, and a whirlpool tub. Three additional bedrooms and another full bathroom provide ample space for family and guests. The finished basement offers a large recreation room, storage space, and a half bathroom. Outside, a new deck overlooks the expansive backyard, perfect for outdoor entertaining. Located close to parks, Cherokee Elementary School and all that Lake Forest has to offer, 688 Buena is the perfect place to call home!

Property details

Property / Lot Details
Acreage 0.5
Lot Dimensions 112 X 169 X 88 X 164
Lot Size .50-.99 Acre
Ownership Fee Simple
Type Detached 2 Stories
Property Type Detached Single
Interior Features
Additional Rooms Bedroom 5, Recreation Room, Foyer, Breakfast Room
Appliances Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop
Square Feet 3,672
Square Feet Source Assessor
Attic Pull Down Stair
Basement Description Finished
Bath Amenities Whirlpool, Separate Shower, Double Sink, Full Body Spray Shower
Basement Bathrooms Yes
Basement Partial
Bedrooms Count 5
Bedrooms Possible 5
Dining Separate
Disability Access and/or Equipped No
Fireplace Location Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Fireplace Count 3
Fireplace Details Gas Log
Baths FULL Count 3
Baths Count 5
Baths Half Count 2
Interior Property Features Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, In-Law Arrangement, First Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
LaundryFeatures Gas Dryer Hookup, Sink
Total Rooms 11
Rooms
room 1
Type Bedroom 5
Level Main
Dimensions 11X11
Flooring Hardwood
room 2
Level N/A
room 3
Type Recreation Room
Level Basement
Dimensions 31X25
Flooring Carpet
room 4
Type Foyer
Level Main
Dimensions 15X12
Flooring Hardwood
room 5
Type Breakfast Room
Level Main
Dimensions 12X12
Flooring Hardwood
room 6
Level N/A
room 7
Level N/A
room 8
Level N/A
room 9
Level N/A
room 10
Level N/A
room 11
Type Bedroom 2
Level Second
Dimensions 14X17
Flooring Hardwood
room 12
Type Bedroom 3
Level Second
Dimensions 13X10
Flooring Hardwood
room 13
Type Bedroom 4
Level Second
Dimensions 10X13
Flooring Hardwood
room 14
Type Dining Room
Level Main
Dimensions 14X17
Flooring Hardwood
room 15
Type Family Room
Level Main
Dimensions 14X20
Flooring Hardwood
room 16
Type Kitchen
Level Main
Dimensions 27X15
Flooring Hardwood
Type Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Island
room 17
Type Laundry
Level Main
Dimensions 9X8
room 18
Type Living Room
Level Main
Dimensions 14X21
Flooring Hardwood
room 19
Type Master Bedroom
Level Second
Dimensions 15X21
Flooring Hardwood
Bath Full
Virtual Tour, Parking / Garage, Exterior Features, Multi-Unit Information
Age 31-40 Years
Approx Year Built 1987
Parking Total 3
Driveway Asphalt
Exposure North,South
Exterior Building Type Brick
Foundation Concrete Perimeter
Garage Details Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s)
Parking On-Site Yes
Garage Ownership Owned
Garage Type Attached
Parking Spaces Count 3
Parking Garage
Roof Type Shake
MRD Virtual Tour None
School / Neighborhood, Utilities, Financing, Location Details
Air Conditioning Central Air, Zoned
CommunityFeatures Park, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Area Major Lake Forest
Corporate Limits Lake Forest
Directions Westleigh to Buena, South to home
Electricity Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Equipment Humidifier, CO Detectors, Sump Pump, Air Purifier, Generator
Elementary School Cherokee Elementary School
Elementary Sch Dist 67
Heat/Fuel Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
High Sch Lake Forest High School
High Sch Dist 115
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Lake Michigan, Public
Jr High/Middle School Deer Path Middle School
Jr High/Middle Dist 67
Subdivision The Ponds
Township West Deerfield

Financials

Investment Profile Residential

Tax/Assessments/Liens

Master Association Fee($) $875
Frequency Annually
Master Association Fee No
Assessment Includes Other
Master Association Fee Frequency Not Required
PIN 16054020640000
Special Assessments N
Taxes $19,347
Tax Exemptions Homeowner
Tax Year 2023
$1,175,000 Listing Price:
MLS # 12045734
Investment Profile Residential
Listing Market Time 18 days
Basement Partial
Type Detached 2 Stories
Parking Garage
List Date 05/02/2024
Year Built 1987
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